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Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Annual Report 2015: Discussion with European Court of Auditors (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I thank members. I was Vice Chairman of this committee at one stage, so I have some experience of chairing the proceedings. I extend a special welcome to our colleagues from the European Parliament who are joining us via the video-conferencing facility. The committee has been very clear about the importance of strong engagement with Irish MEPs and we are eager to find the best way to do...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Annual Report 2015: Discussion with European Court of Auditors (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I thank Mr. Cardiff for that comprehensive presentation which is quite reassuring for the citizens of Europe. I welcome the MEPs. We have been joined on and off by Matt Carthy, Marian Harkin, Brian Hayes and Seán Kelly. I understand that Brian Hayes wishes to make a contribution at this stage.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Annual Report 2015: Discussion with European Court of Auditors (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: We will take questions from several contributors in one round. I will switch from Brussels to Dublin and back to Brussels again. I call Deputy Bernard Durkan followed by Ms Marian Harkin, MEP.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Annual Report 2015: Discussion with European Court of Auditors (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: We may return to that subject at a later stage. I again thank Mr. Cardiff for his presence this evening and for his comprehensive replies to the various questions posed. We also appreciate his offer to assist us on an ongoing basis with any queries we may have.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Deputy Dara Murphy, who is always willing to come to this committee. He will update us on the proceedings of the General Affairs Council.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Dara Murphy, for his comprehensive report. I think he has dealt with all the major issues of the day. I will open up the meeting to questions. I call Deputy Bernard Durkan.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I have a few questions as well. To follow up on Deputy O'Rourke's point regarding your engagement with fellow Europeans on the Brexit process, there is huge interest among Europeans in the future of the Northern Ireland peace process. People become quite interested when one mentions it. Is that your experience? People really want to see prosperity, peace and progress in the island of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: We appreciate the Minister of State taking the time to brief us on all these matters and we wish him well in his continuing endeavours. We have some items of private business to deal with.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: No, we can stay in public session.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: Does the Minister of State have any particular date in mind? Will it be worked out on the basis of sittings and so forth?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: We should proceed with organising that as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Services Staff (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 168. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will facilitate the continued employment of a caretaker in a school (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37669/16]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Legislative Measures (29 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 731. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when the provisions of the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015 will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37317/16]

Local Government (Mayor and Regional Authority of Dublin) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (23 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: We are debating the Local Government (Mayor and Regional Authority of Dublin) Bill 2016. Yesterday we debated the Local Government (Amendment) (Directly Elected Mayor of Dublin) Bill 2016 which was proposed by my colleague, Deputy John Lahart. I understand agreement has been reached to defer the vote on Second Stage of both Bills until June next year to allow further consideration by the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (23 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 211. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the proposed redevelopment of Dalymount Park in Phibsborough, Dublin 7; if he has considered the feasibility study and costs that were submitted by Dublin City Council for the redevelopment; the support, financial or other, his Department will provide for the re-development; and if he will make a statement on the matter....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Legislation (22 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 532. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will introduce legalisation as soon as possible to regulate rickshaws; if Galway City Council has banned rickshaws; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35873/16]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Air Pollution (16 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 226. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will review the provisions of sections 24 and 26 of the Air Pollution Act 1987, in view of the fact that local authorities seem to have inadequate powers to prevent the ongoing pollution of the atmosphere by domestic householders arising by the operation of wood burning stoves, despite securing convictions in the...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Mental Health Awareness (15 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 227. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will ensure that mental health awareness is promoted in schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34670/16]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Refurbishment (15 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 273. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will make funding available to a school (details supplied) to allow it to install a lift, a ramp, a wheelchair-friendly entrance and an additional wheelchair-friendly toilet in order that the college can be easily accessed by the disabled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35140/16]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Conflicts (15 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 414. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the efforts he is making to stop the appalling slaughter of innocent civilians in Aleppo, Syria; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35141/16]